Zhong Guo Zheng Quan Bao·2025-07-29 21:07Core Viewpoint - The Chinese gaming industry is accelerating its international expansion, transitioning from product output to ecosystem construction, with a focus on technological innovation, cultural integration, and industry chain collaboration [1][2]. Game License Approval Normalization - The National Press and Publication Administration approved 127 domestic online games in July 2025, with a total of 884 games approved from January to July 2025, an increase of 151 games compared to the same period last year [1][2]. - Analysts believe that the high volume of game license approvals will continue, indicating a normalization in the approval process and ongoing industry recovery [1]. Accelerated International Expansion - The trend of Chinese games going global has become a key development line, with 33 Chinese game companies entering the global mobile game publisher revenue TOP100 list in June 2025, collectively earning $1.76 billion, accounting for 33% of the total revenue of the top 100 [2]. - ST华通's subsidiary, 点点互动, saw a 10% month-on-month revenue increase in June, maintaining its position as the second-highest Chinese mobile game publisher globally [2]. Market Demand and Growth - The domestic gaming market remains robust, with high demand and supportive policies from various provinces and cities, leading to a new product cycle for A-share gaming companies [2][3]. - The Chinese gaming market size reached 28.05 billion yuan in May 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 9.86% and a month-on-month growth of 2.56% [3]. Investment Logic - Four main investment logic points are highlighted: high industry prosperity, focus on premium products by leading manufacturers, a surge in new product releases, and continuous innovation in niche segments like SLG and casual games [4].